15:44 Criticism of Putin? Modi in Moscow: "When innocent children are murdered, the heart hurts"
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi calls for dialogue with Russian President Vladimir Putin during their meeting in Moscow to achieve peace. Modi told Putin that peace is of "paramount importance" for the next generation, as friends. "War cannot solve problems," Modi said while sitting next to Putin. "We must find a way to peace through dialogue." "When innocent children are murdered, when you see them dying, it hurts the heart and this pain is unbearable," Modi said a day after devastating Russian air raids on Ukraine, which included the largest children's hospital in the country. Modi and Putin spoke about the war in Ukraine during his visit to Moscow. As is customary among "true friends," they sat together and discussed "a range of issues," the Indian prime minister said. He was "happy" that "we were able to openly and in detail express our views" regarding Ukraine.
15:10 Expert: Russia's "barbarism is no collateral damage"
The two-day NATO summit of member states is beginning in the US. Security expert Frank Umbach outlines the signals the alliance must send to Putin, especially after the devastating air raid on a children's hospital in Ukraine.
14:37 Volkswagen ordered to pay millions in damages to GAZ in Russia
A Russian court has ordered Volkswagen to pay millions in damages to its former business partner GAZ. The judges set the compensation at 16.9 billion Rubles (approximately 180 million Euros), according to the Interfax news agency. GAZ had initially demanded 28.4 billion Rubles in compensation for lost profits due to Volkswagen's exit from the Russian market. GAZ had acted as a contract manufacturer for Volkswagen and produced Volkswagen vehicles in its plant in Nizhny Novgorod. Volkswagen halted cooperation following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
13:59 Modernest fighter jet damaged? Ukraine allegedly successfully attacked targets in Russia
Ukraine reacted to the Russian rocket attack on Kiev and other places with attacks on targets in Russia. According to a report by "Kyiv Independent," the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) and the Military Intelligence (HUR) successfully attacked the military airport in Achtubinsk, a power station near Rostov-on-Don, and an oil depot in the Volgograd region in the past night. In the 450 kilometers distant Achtubinsk, two models of the modern Russian fighter jet SU-57 are said to have been damaged. The damage was not confirmed by Russia, but Russian authorities reported the interception and shooting down of several Ukrainian drones.
13:26 Report: Germany's budget for weapons deliveries to Ukraine is exhausted for 2024
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius, according to "Spiegel" sources, sees a additional need of 4 billion Euro for further weapons deliveries to Ukraine in 2024. The roughly 7 billion Euro, which are allocated in the current federal budget for the support of Kiev, are largely consumed or contractually bound. Only around 200,000 Euro are left for new deliveries in the second half of the year. Pistorius therefore requested additional funds of 4 billion Euro from Federal Finance Minister Christian Lindner. With the fresh money, Pistorius wants to deliver more ammunition, urgently needed spare parts, and possibly also more Leopard 1A-Tanks to Ukraine. "We are currently working on freeing up additional funds to be able to continue being active this year as well," said the SPD politician during a troop visit to Alaska.
13:07 US Correspondent: Doubts about further support for Ukraine grow
12:39 Intelligence agency and UN: Kindergarten directly hit by Russian rocket - Moscow denies
After the impact of a projectile on a kindergarten in Kiev, Russia and Ukraine are disputing the ownership. The Ukrainian Security Service (SBU) claims, according to its own information, that the kindergarten was hit directly by a Russian rocket of the type Kh-101 Kalibr. The analysis of the flight path and the type of damage caused prove that it was a direct hit, the SBU stated and presented images of a rocket engine fragment found at the site of the impact. The United Nations (UN) shares this assessment: "The analysis of the video material and an on-site assessment indicate a high probability that the kindergarten received a direct hit and was not damaged by an intercepted weapon system," explains the head of the UN Human Rights Observation Mission in Ukraine. At the time of the attack, there were around 670 children being treated in the clinic and approximately 1000 employees. However, Moscow denies the Ukrainian allegations and claims that a Ukrainian ground-air missile defense system of the type NASAMS was responsible. The USA and Norway developed this western air defense system. Even if the Russian allegation were true: The Ukrainians use these western air defense systems to defend against permanent Russian air raids on civilian targets.
11:50 "Friend of India": Modi courts Putin in Moscow
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi acknowledged the relationship between his country and Russia and praised President Vladimir Putin. The bilateral relationship is based on "mutual trust and mutual respect", Modi said during a visit to Moscow. At the same time, he highlighted Putin's leadership qualities. "Every Indian considers Russia as a friend of India in good and bad times." India imports oil, gas, and military hardware from Russia. Several western countries had urged Modi to distance India more from Russia. However, trade between the two countries continues to grow. On Monday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed disappointment and a devastating blow to peace efforts, stating that the leader of the world's largest democracy embraced the bloodiest war criminal of the world on that day in Moscow.
11:15 Ukraine could lose F-16 fighter jets before first use
Moscow closely watching NATO summit
Russia intends to closely monitor the NATO summit, according to Russian government spokesman Dmitry Peskov. He referred to the fact that NATO declared Russia an enemy to be defeated. The Russian government considers NATO involved in the Ukraine conflict, Peskov told journalists. The heads of state and government of the 32 NATO countries are meeting for a three-day summit in Washington today. Supporting Ukraine in its defense against the Russian attack war is a primary focus. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is also expected in the US capital.
10:39 Not enough military: Expert sees Europe unprepared for Trump victory
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10:05 Arming against Russia: Poland receives $2 billion loan for US weapons purchases
Poland, one of the most important political and military allies of Ukraine and a NATO frontline state, shares thousands of kilometers of border with the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad and the Russian vassal state of Belarus. According to the US government, Poland is receiving a $2 billion loan to support its modernization program. With this, the Warsaw government intends to purchase F-35 fighter jets, Patriot air defense systems, and Abrams combat tanks. The US government assumes responsibility for up to $60 million in interest payments. The US government supports the Polish large orders in its own defense industry.
8:42 Kiev attack: Body of a boy recovered, number of dead children rising
Rescue workers have recovered the body of a boy in the ruins of a house in Kiev. The Ukrainian Interior Ministry reported this to "Kyiv Independent." With this, the number of people killed in Kiev on Monday by the Russian air raid rose to 27, including now four children. 117 more people were injured. According to Ministry reports, rescue teams are still in action at three locations in the capital.
08:30 Ukrainian Partisans report successful sabotage on Russian railway
The Ukrainian partisan group Atesh claims to have disrupted an important railway connection between Russia and the occupied Ukrainian territories. A switch box was reportedly destroyed, according to the group's Telegram channel. A video is also visible, showing a burning box next to a railway track. The sabotage action is said to have taken place near the Russian town of Schachty. The railway lines reportedly lead from Rostov am Don towards the occupied Mariupol. These railway lines are crucial for the supply of new equipment to the Russian troops. Both the Ukrainian army and Ukrainian partisans therefore regularly target railway lines. Atesh claims to be active not only in the Russian-occupied territories but also within Russia.
07:55 Ukraine reports over 1200 soldiers killed in a day
The Ukrainian General Staff reports that the invaders have lost 1220 soldiers. In addition, seven Russian tanks, 19 armored personnel carriers, 49 artillery pieces, 29 drones, and 36 missile systems were reportedly destroyed from Russia. The information cannot be verified. The number of 553,410 Russian military personnel killed, wounded, or otherwise rendered ineffective, however, is significantly higher than the more cautious estimates of Western services and think tanks.
07:37 Russia reports four dead after Ukrainian attacks
According to official reports, at least four people were killed in Ukrainian attacks on the Russian border region of Belgorod within 24 hours. An additional 20 people were injured, according to Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov on the Telegram online service. The past 24 hours were described as "restless" and "difficult." Of the injured, 17 were hospitalized, two of whom were seriously injured, Gladkov added. Ukrainian attacks were also reported from other western Russian regions, including Kursk and Volgograd.
07:22 Over 2000 children seek refuge from Russian attacks in Kiev's subway
During the massive rocket attacks on Kiev on Monday, according to city administration reports, 32,000 people sought shelter in the low-lying U-Bahn tunnels. Among them were reportedly almost 2200 children. The Ukrainian capital is regularly attacked by Russia. In the past few months, more and more rockets have penetrated, as Western air defense systems only have limited ammunition and are increasingly successfully evaded.
06:50 "Dirty Bastards": At least two dead after attack on children's hospital in Kiev
The shelling of a children's hospital in Kiev during a Russian rocket attack reportedly resulted in 16 injuries, including seven children. Two of the injured died, according to Mayor Vitali Klitschko. Health Minister Viktor Lyashko reported that departments for dialysis, cancer treatment, operating rooms, and intensive care units were damaged in the hospital on Monday. Hundreds of residents helped rescue workers clear debris and search for victims. "Little cancer and dialysis patients are sitting on the sidewalk with their mothers," reported German Ambassador Martin Jäger on X from a visit to the hospital.
The Russian Defense Ministry confirmed rocket attacks, targeting alleged Ukrainian weapons factories and military airfields. Many videos from Kiev showed that the damages were caused by a Ukrainian air defense system, they claimed without proof. The Russians dismissed the Ukrainian reaction to the attack as "hysteria of the Kiev regime." According to Ukrainian reports, another hospital in the capital was damaged on the other side of the Dnipro.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejected the Russian claims about his country's air defense causing the attacks. "What cynicism the scoundrels in the Kreml are displaying, claiming that it was the Ukrainian air defense and not a deliberate rocket strike that killed and injured many people," he said at a press conference with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk in Warsaw. Zelenskyy thanked all those who posted videos online, "on which it is clearly visible that it is not just a part of one or another rocket, but a direct rocket strike that killed and injured many people."
06:19 Germany provides Ukraine with more ammunition and air defense system
The German government has made additional military supplies available to Ukraine for its defense against the Russian aggression. According to the updated list of delivered military goods, the promised third air defense system Patriot has arrived. New on the list are also additional ammunition for the 50 Leopard 1 tanks provided jointly with Denmark, 11,000 additional rounds of ammunition for the 52 Gepard anti-aircraft tanks, and two air surveillance radars of the TRML-4D type.
05:43 Attack on Russia: Fire in power plant in Rostov-on-Don
In the southern Russian region of Rostov, there was a fire in a power plant according to Russian reports due to a Ukrainian drone attack. "Two transformers have caught fire," Rostov Governor Vasili Golubev reported via the Telegram messaging service. The Russian air defense shot down "numerous" Ukrainian drones. Golubev did not mention the exact number of drones launched or intercepted. The border region had been targeted repeatedly in the past.
04:31 FDP politician Faber defends Defense Ministry
FDP politician and new chairman of the Defense Committee, Marcus Faber, defended the Defense Ministry against criticism for the modest increase in the defense budget in 2025. "One should not forget that the Defense Ministry budget, unlike most other ministries, has actually increased," Faber told the "Augsburger Allgemeine." Considering the special fund of 100 billion Euro and further investments in the troops, the total comes to 140 billion Euro. "That's quite a sight, even if one could wish for more."
03:25 UN Human Rights Commissioner condemns attack on hospital in KievUN Human Rights Commissioner Volker Turk condemns attacks on a children's clinic in the Ukrainian capital Kiev as "despicable." The Intensive Care, surgical, and oncological departments of the Ochmatdyt Children's Hospital were "heavily damaged," he stated. The Dialysis department of the clinic was "destroyed." "Among the victims were the sickest children in Ukraine," Turk added.
02:05 Biden announces support for Kiev at NATO summitUS President Joe Biden announces new measures to strengthen Ukraine's air defense following attacks with Russian rockets that killed 36 people. The US and its allies will announce this new support at a NATO summit in Washington this week, Biden stated. He described the rocket attacks on Ukraine as a "horrific reminder of Russia's brutality" in the war that began in February 2022.
01:05 Kiesewetter: Defense Ministry disappointed for soldiersIn the debate over defense budgets, CDU defense expert Roderich Kiesewetter calls for a new definition of prosperity. "It's bitter and a disappointment for the soldiers that the federal government can't prioritize the Bundeswehr in the budget setting," Kiesewetter told the Funke Media Group newspapers. This shows that "the Zeitgeist of the Chancellor" has not yet arrived and Olaf Scholz refuses to let the population face the threat situation with pure wine. "It's also necessary to define prosperity anew - away from an individual interpretation, towards societal resilience and readiness to defend." Earlier, the defense budget accounted for five or six percent of the economic power. "It's possible to prioritize if the political will is there," Kiesewetter said. A steadily increasing defense budget should aim for three percent of the Gross National Product.
00:01 Greens and FDP announce increase in Pistorius FundLooking at the budget negotiations in the German Parliament, the Green budget politician Sebastian Schäfer, who is also the deputy chairman of the Bundestag committee for the Special Fund for the Bundeswehr, announces corrections to the defense budget. "The coalition's leadership provides a good basis for the budget negotiations in parliament," Schäfer told the Redaktionsnetzwerk Deutschland (RND). "There will be numerous and significant changes. In security and defense policy, there are great needs that we will take into account in the parliamentary procedure," the Green added. The defense policy spokesman of the FDP, Alexander Müller, also shows readiness for further adjustments in favor of the defense budget.
22:16 Debris falls on clinic - seven deadA debris fragment of a rocket fell on a hospital in Kiev and killed five doctors and two patients. According to "Ukrainska Pravda," it was the ADONIS Clinic in the Dniprowskyi district that was hit. A Russian rocket attack also shattered windows in a private maternity clinic in the same building.
22:10 Insider: Scholz to deliver clear message at NATO summit
According to German government sources, the NATO summit from Tuesday to Thursday will send "a very clear message" in support of Ukraine. Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz will make it clear in the circle of the 32 NATO state and government heads that Germany is a reliable partner in the transatlantic alliance and will remain so, said the government representative.
21:56 Schmyhal: Looking for alternate location for hospital
The Ukrainian government is looking for an alternate location for the attacked children's hospital. Premier Minister Denys Schmyhal shared this information. The attack will be a topic at the next cabinet meeting. "We hope our international partners will draw their own conclusions," he was quoted as saying by "Kyiv Independent." "We need effective responses to Russian terror."
You can read about previous developments here.
- At the NATO summit, security expert Frank Umbach urges the alliance to send strong signals to Putin, particularly after the attack on a children's hospital in Ukraine.
- During his visit to Moscow, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of dialogue for achieving peace.
- In response to Russian air raids on Ukraine, including the largest children's hospital, Modi expresses his condolences and emphasizes the need for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
- In the aftermath of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Volkswagen is ordered to pay millions in damages to its former business partner GAZ in Russia for lost profits.
- In reaction to the Russian rocket attack on Kiev, Ukraine allegedly conducts attacks on targets in Russia, reportedly causing damage to a military airport, a power station, and an oil depot.
